Madison County Landfill still inundated by flood debris

Since the June 28 flood in Oneida, the Madison County Landfill has taken in more than 1,100 tons of trash from residents cleaning out their homes.

"And it is still coming," said Director of Solid Waste James Zecca.

While the county is keeping logs of everything coming in, "a lot of it is contaminated and is being buried" without being sorted, Zecca explained.

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As previously reported, the floodwater that submerged a large portion of Oneida came into contact with countless automotive and household chemicals as it invaded homes and garages and covered automobiles. In addition, sewage from the flooded Wastewater Treatment Plant entered the mix.

To top that off, as flood water receded and summer heat came into play, mold began to grow quickly in the flooded homes as residents scrambled to empty them of ruined possessions.

In other flood-related news, from Aug. 12-15, adult cosmetology students from Madison Oneida BOCES will be offering free haircuts, manicures and facials to all flood victims, according to the Oneida City Clerk's office.

Appointments will be taken starting Monday by calling 361-5728 any time Monday through Thursday after 5 p.m.